The wealth of music in the concert band’s repertory allows the school band director to easily incorporate music history instruction into the rehearsal setting. By performing music composed during
each of the historical epochs of western music, students learn about compositional styles, performance practices, cultural influences, and the biographies of history’s greatest composers.

Time

Room 207

Room 201

9:25-10:25 a.m.

Susan Reismann, BYU, HI

Composition in the General Music Classroom

Introducer: Amanda Lippert

Manipulative based techniques for teaching composition based on solfege and recorder work. Participants are encouraged to bring their recorders to play their original compositions in the
workshop.

Join the UH Wind Ensemble as we read through several band works (old and new) and discuss what makes good literature at the Grade I-III level. Bring your instrument!

2:00-3:00 p.m.

Dr. Keumju Bang & Dr. Euna Choi, South Korea

A Metaphorical Bridge in Multicultural Education: Children of South and North Korea

Introducer: Michelle Lai

The purpose of this session is to present diverse materials both for Korean children and north escapee children. Sequential lesson plans that are related to learner’s emotion will be shared with
the participants.

Halau o Haumea**, 3:20 - 3:50 p.m.

Time

Room 201

Room 101B (Lecture hall)

Participants will be engaged in discovering the elements of music through purposeful movement. Handouts will provide extensions for the classroom.

Ellen Kirkbride

NAfME Western Division President

Classroom Management Tips for Your Instrumental Rehearsal

Introducer:Susan Reismann

Classroom management can be the most difficult part of your instrumental ensemble rehearsal. This session will focus on practical management techniques that will help you to make your daily
lessons more efficient and more effective.